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Intel’s 18A production starts before TSMC’s competing N2 tech — here’s how the two process nodes compare
Intel has started volume production of its Core Ultra 3-series ‘Panther Lake’ processors, the company said on Thursday. Intel’s Panther Lake is a crucial CPU for the company, designed to demonstrate Intel’s ability to develop a competitive processor and produce it internally using its leading-edge manufacturing technology. This is intended to enhance the company’s reputation…
Amid Intel’s deals, Intel Foundry Services remains notably absent — 18A and 14A are on the way, but success isn’t guaranteed
It has been a busy few weeks for semiconductors. Apple debuted its next-generation silicon, Nvidia launched an unprecedented partnership, and TSMC denied rumors of a major tie-up with Intel. But across all these developments, one name has remained conspicuously absent: Intel Foundry Services. Take the biggest stories of the month. Apple’s new A19 and A19…
Intel details 18A process technology — takes on TSMC 2nm with 30% density gain and 25% faster generational performance
Intel has published a paper about its 18A (1.8nm-class) fabrication process at the VLSI 2025 symposium, consolidating all its information about the manufacturing technology into a single document. The new 18A production node is expected to deliver significant improvements in power, performance, and area over its predecessor, increasing density by 30% while enhancing performance by…